Substance Misuse Nurse
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33 to £39 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Preston, PR1 2AB |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Sept 2026 |
Summary
We are urgently looking for an experienced locum Substance Misuse / Addictions Nurse to join our client's team in Preston, Lancashire.
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week)Dates: ASAP 2 months (Temporary Contract will be reviewed after 2 months)Pay Rate: £33/hr PAYE or £39 umbrella (strictly no limited companies)
Your new role
Undertake physical and mental health assessments and sign post/refer to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues.To undertake Nurse Alcohol Assessments and determine safe detoxification.Assist in the titration process for opiate service users.To provide screening for BBV, through dry blood spot testing.If trained - provide Hepatitis B vaccinations, undertake phlebotomy.Contribute to Naloxone StrategyOffer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to service users.Utilise psychosocial intervention, including Integrated Test and Evaluation Plans in both one-to-one and group settings.
Essential Qualifications and ExperienceCurrent NMC registrationPrevious solid experience of working as a substance misuse nurseStrong communication and teamwork skills
**Please note we do not offer sponsorships**
What you'll get in return Weekly paymentsHelp with revalidationFree CPD coursesHoliday payFree DBS check
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more about this job please contact Agne on 0788 418 6023.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk